CHEF
THE YEAR 2024
THANK
MENU
Sunday, June 23, 2024
6 p.m. Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres Cash Bar*
*A red and white wine will be available complimentary 7 p.m. Dinner & Awards
Fresh Garden Salad Served with red balsamic dressing
Entrée Pride of the Midwest
Slow roasted Prime Rib of beef, served with a blend of fresh vegetables, loaded twice baked potato, grain mustard & Horseradish
OR
Pan Seared Branzino
Pan seared branzino with lemon tarragon brown butter sauce
OR
Vegetable Wellington
Puffed pastry, stuffed with roasted mushrooms, carrots, spinach, sundried tomatoes and a roasted red pepper sauce
Served with Fresh Rolls & Butter
Dessert
Chef Flemings Strawberry Shortcake
Tender fluffy layers of vanilla cake and juicy strawberries filled with whipped cream frosting
Freshly brewed coffee regular & decaffeinated iced tea & hot tea
Menu curated by Banquet & Special Events Chef – Stefan Wright
EXECUTIVE BOARD
President
Lucio Arancibia INFOODSYS
Vice President
Angela Armstrong CSN Student
Treasurer Ed Manley Food Service Institute
Secretary Yvonne Maatouk
General Mills
Sergeant at Arms
Chris Johns
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
JB Brown Badlands BBQ
Sarper Celenk
Vegas Food Project
Robert Dennerlein Vegas Food Project
Daniel Mumau A Catered Affair, INC.
Nathaniel Razon, MBA The Gilcrease Foundation
Mark Sandoval University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Steve Soltz
College of Southern Nevada
Michelle Vietmeier
Nevada Restaurant Association
Darren Walters
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
P R E S I D E N T
L u c i o A r a n c i b i a
W e l c o m e !
Honored Guests,
H o n o r e d G u e s t s , C h e f s ,
H o s p i t a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l s ,
A s s o c i a t e M e m b e r s , S t u d e n t s ,
F a m i l y a n d F r i e n d s ,
Good evening, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the ACF Las Vegas Chef of the Year 2024. Each year, we gather to recognize the exceptional talent within the culinary field, and tonight we honor some remarkable individuals for their outstanding contributions to our industry through continued professional growth, and acts of service to our communities.
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The Chef of the Year Award stands as tribute to the culinarian who has surpassed the goals of sharing their expertise and passion, enriching the association in the process. The Associate of the Year Award recognizes an individual or group of individuals from our associate membership whose invaluable wisdom and guidance have elevated both our organization and community. Lastly, the Student Culinarian of the Year Award celebrates the student member who has surpassed the standard curriculum of their culinary school by actively engaging in extracurricular pursuits that enhance their skills and community engagement. The accomplishments of these individuals we celebrate tonight have left an indelible mark on our organization and community. We are thrilled to showcase their achievements as we toast to their welldeserved accolades.
a b o v e a n d b e y o n d t h e n o r m a l c u r r i c u l u m o f a p a r t i c i p a t i n g c u l i n a r y s c h o o l , p a r t i c i p a t i n g
i n n u m e r o u s e x t r a - c u r r i c u l a r a c t i v i t i e s t h a t a d v a n c e t h e i r s k i l l s a n d c o m m u n i t y
Salud!
i n v o l v e m e n t
T h e i n d i v i d u a l s s e l e c t e d t o n i g h t h a v e a l l m a d e a t r e m e n d o u s i m p a c t o n o u r o r g a n i z a t i o n , a n d w e a r e e x c i t e d t o h i g h l i g h t t h e i r a c c o m p l i s h m e n t s w i t h y o u t o n i g h t
What’s
on the
There’s plenty of benefits to ACF Membership... like joining us for these exciting events!
AUG 2-4, 2024
BBQ Burn-Off
Join us enjoy some mouthwatering BBQ from Badlands BBQ. Proceeds benefit ACF Chefs Las Vegas.
AUG 30, 2024
ACF Night out at the Las Vegas
Aces
Cheer on the Las Vegas Aces as they battle the Atlanta Dream during our friends & family night.
Cookin’ Up Breakfast
AUG 24 - MAY 25
Help serve up smiles for kids in Title I Elementary Schools with our non-profit Chefs for Kids.
Holiday Party
Celebrate the season with exquisite cuisine, festive cocktails, and the best company in the culinary world.
Viva Careers
Be a part of shaping future hospitalians at this career fair for high school and college students. SPRING 2025
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Passing the Torch
Hello Culinary Colleagues, Families, and Friends,
What an amazing year it has been! We successfully launched the inaugural Viva Careers: Discovering Hospitality Pathways, an event close to my heart that encourages students to pursue careers in hospitality by providing key tools like networking, mentorship, workshops, and a new scholarship. This event was made possible by the support of our community and culinary sponsors, for which I am deeply grateful. To continue thriving, we must engage with and develop today’s youth into tomorrow’s colleagues.
I am honored to pass the torch to Chef Darren Walters, who will continue to inspire future generations of culinary professionals. Honoring Darren with the Chef of the Year award has been a long-time coming. He has dedicated countless hours to our chapter as a board member and treasurer for many years, supported our youth through donating private dinners for Chefs for Kids Dinner & Auction, and volunteered at the non-profits Cookin’ Up Breakfast events. I look forward to seeing his accomplishments in the coming year. Welcome, Darren!
From My Kitchen To Yours,
Mark Sandoval
2023 Chef of the Year
1970 Henri Petitjean *
1971 Harry Ramacciotti *
1972 Don Anderson *
1973 Maurice Galle *
1974 Maurice Cau *
1975 Pierre Vireday
1976 Benjamin Mcgeary *
1977 Paul Lenard CEC, AAC *
1978 Andrew Hawley CEC, AAC *
1997 Tom Rosenberger CEC
1998 Jean Herzman
1999 Bobby O’Brien
2000 Terry Henderson*
2001 Richard Cino
2002 John Hui CEPC*
2003 Eric Rustsky
2004 Heinz Lauer
2005 Dennis Lambertz CEC
A Look Back Chef of the Year
We greatly miss those who have passed. *
1979 Rudy Thoma CEC, AAC*
1980 Vince Giacalone CEC, AAC *
1981 Michele Gorbon
1982 Frank Insera CEC. AAC
1983 Hans Lackinger
1984 Larry Chumley CEC, AAC
1985 Edward Kane CEC, CCE, AAC *
1986 Michael Ty CEC, AAC*
1987 Christopher Johns CEC
2006 Dale Shigenaga
2007 Kitty Sanderson
2008 Rick Baumes
2009 John Metcalfe
2010 Steve Soltz
2011 Jeffrey Martell
2012 Patrick Simon
2013 Adrian Hill
2014 George Bailey
Chef of the Year Must...
✓ Be a member in good standing of this chapter
✓ Show a high level of culinary skill
✓ Project high moral standards
✓ Be active in the association’s events throughout the year
Do you have what it takes?
1988 TE Williams CEC, CCE, AAC*
1989 Claude Lambertz
1990 Van Atkins CEC
1991 John Perkins *
1992 Werner Zefferer CEC
1993 Brenda Hitchins
1994 Joe Del Rosario*
1995 Lucio Arancibia
1996 Ken Wicker
2015 Dave Simmons
2016 Gustav Mauler CMC
2017 Jamie Poltrock
2018 Johnny Torres
2019 Michael Whitesides
2020 James Pate
2023 Mark Sandoval
Welcome
Chef Walters
Join or renew your membership today to start your journey to becoming a Chef of the Year. You could join the long list of prestigious chefs who have made a difference in the culinary community! Right now new members receive the first 90 days free, membership is $235 a year.
Born and bred in the charming countryside of Leicestershire, England, Chef Darren Walters found his culinary spark in his mother’s cozy kitchen. By 16, Darren was already diving into the restaurant scene, starting as a dishwasher and working his way up the culinary ladder. From waiting tables to chopping veggies and perfecting his cooking skills, he soaked up every bit of knowledge about the culinary world. After honing his skills at Southfields College of Further Education and earning top-notch certifications from the London Institute of Culinary Arts, he kicked off his professional journey as a Commis Chef at the Cedars Hotel.
Darren’s culinary adventures didn’t stop there. He spiced up his career by working at some of the finest hotels in the Midlands, including Hinckley Island, Bosworth, Elms, and Barnsdale Country Club, all known for their award-winning restaurants and gourmet delights. But the real twist in his tale came in 1992 when Darren decided to cook his way around the globe on the luxurious SixStar Cruises. As a Chef de Partie, he mastered a myriad of world cuisines in roles like Entremetier, Saucier, Chef in Charge, and Garde Manger. It was on these high seas that he met his wife, Joanne, adding a romantic flavor to his culinary journey.
Bringing his European culinary flair to the United States, Darren dazzled diners at prestigious hotels and casinos, including The Rio, Ameristar, Palazzo, and Stardust. In 2005, he found his culinary home at the South Point Hotel Casino & Spa, working under the guidance of
DARREN WALTERS 2024 CHEF YEAR OF THE
Executive Chef Christopher Johns. As Assistant Executive Chef, Darren transformed the property into a culinary hotspot, overseeing everything from restaurant operations to banquets and arena services. Leading a team of 300 kitchen and stewarding staff, his dedication earned him multiple Supervisor of the Month awards.
Beyond the bustling hotel kitchens, Darren is a pillar of the culinary community in Las Vegas. Joining the Las Vegas chapter of ACF Chefs in 2016, he served as Treasurer for four years and now remains on the Board. He passionately supports the organization’s charitable efforts. Through Chefs for Kids, Darren has raised thousands of dollars by crafting unforgettable private dinner experiences to be auctioned off to the highest bidder at the organization’s annual Dinner & Auction. He stays sharp with the latest culinary trends and maintains certifications, including the National ServSafe Food Safety Manager and AllerTrain.
When he’s not in the kitchen, Darren loves exploring new restaurants and staying on the cutting edge of the culinary scene. A true sports enthusiast, he’s often found cheering on his beloved Leicester City in the Premier League and rooting for the local Vegas Golden Knights. In 2021, Darren celebrated becoming a U.S. citizen, blending his British roots with his American dreams. With his extensive career and relentless passion, ACF Chefs of Las Vegas can’t wait to see what’s next for Darren as he steps into the spotlight as Chef of the Year.
Simply The Best
Since ACF Chefs Las Vegas began, our Associate members have been invaluable. Thank you to all past and present members for your service, whether hosting the Chefs for Kids charity golf tournament, securing donations and discounts, contributing to the board, or volunteering at events. You make a difference. You’re simply the best. Thank you!
1984 Alex Gambino
1984 Ray Foucher *
1984 Hal Hamblin *
1985 Bob Best
1985 Bob Frusco
1985 Harry Van Camp *
1986 Mike Scarpelli
1986 Alan “Chico” Zobrist
A Look Back Associate of the Year
We greatly miss those who have passed. *
1996 Dominic Caldara
1997 Bob Henderson
1998 Buzz Thurber III 1999 Heidi Praml
2000 Steve Garnett
Jim Moody 2002 Lee Weiss 2003 John Connolly
2004 Art Vegar
1986 Bob Copper
1986 Dave Coon
1987 Max Daffner*
1987 Alex Gambino*
1987 William & Nora Miller * 1988 Sam Allen
1988 William “Kody” Kotoff* 1988 Ray Whitney
2005 Lorri Davidson
2006 Lance Cranford
2007 Adam Gail
2008 Greg Schnekel
2009 Rick Albrecht
2010 Patrick Simon 2011 John A. Rees III
2012 Chris Yankowski
2013 Sarah Scott
1988 Trig Hanson
1989 Steve Neilson *
1989 Gene Krause
1990 Mark Goldstein*
1991 Dave Coon
1992 Neil Levine
1993 Tom Albanese III
1994 Buzz Thurber III
1995 Bob Borg
2014 Lance Cranford
2015 Sandi Boyer
2016 Lorri Davidson 2017 Lydia Brown
2018 Lee Weiss
2019 Rick Albrecht
2020 John A. Rees III
2023 John A. Rees III
Associate of the Year Must...
✓ Be a member in good standing of this chapter
✓ Put in great effort to support the Associate Advisory Board activities throughout the year
✓ Project high moral standards
✓ Dedicate their time to advancing the associations mission
✓ Be active in the association’s events throughout the year
Do you have what it takes?
Join or renew your membership today to start your journey to becoming an Associate of the Year. Network with fellow associates and chefs. Making a difference in the culinary community with our charity work and educational opportunities benefitting our futureindustry workers! Membership is $262 a year.
Joseph Snyder Student Culinarian of the Year
Joseph Snyder, a sophomore at UNLV, is already making waves in the culinary world. His love for cooking began in his childhood, spending countless hours in the kitchen with his grandma and grandpa. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he rekindled his passion for cooking, mastering various techniques and recipes from social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok. He later applied these skills at Lot One in his hometown of Arvada, Colorado, where Executive Chef Patrick Maciula entrusted him with creating his own specials sheet, which sold out!
In addition to attending school to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality Management, he is immersing himself in the culinary industry working as a Cook at both Lake Las Vegas Resort and on the UNLV Catering Team. In his first year at UNLV, he has worked events such as: multi-course plated dinners at the Liberace Mansion, private menu events in UNLV’s Hospitality Hall kitchen, three hundred plus guest buffet lines as well as several cocktail hours. He did all of this while maintaining a full course-load, 4.0 GPA, and even earned a spot on the Dean’s list. He also is beginning to leave his legacy on the university by starting the student chapter of the Club Management Association of America.
His hard work has already been recognized by others in the community as he has been awarded the inaugural scholarships from Guy Fieri Foundation, Chefs for Kids, American Hotel & Lodging Association, and the Nat Hart Scholarship Fund at UNLV. ACF Chefs of Las Vegas is proud to acknowledge his extraordinary efforts in his young culinary career by naming him Student of the Year, and looks forward to seeing all the things he will accomplish.
Student Culinarian of the Year Must...
✓ Be a member in good standing of this chapter
✓ Exceed the normal curriculum of a participating culinary school
✓ Possess a high degree of of professionalism, culinary skills and passion for the culinary arts
✓ Participate in extra curricular activities, including chapter events throughout the year
Do you have what it takes?
Join or renew your membership today to start your journey to becoming a Student Culinarian of of the Year. You could join the long list of outstanding students dedicated to advancing in the culinary community! New members receive the first 90 days free, membership is $102 a year.
1992 Patrick Fegan
1993 Tom Messina
1994 Robert Kilburn
1995 Dale Shigenaga
1997 John Geisinger
1998 Steve Santor
1999 Mark Jaramillo
2000 Mary Blackburn
2001 Tina Redus
A Look Back Student of the Year
2003 Lilian Lazaro
2004 Christine Zarandin
2005 Wendy Cohen
2006 Michael Sandoval
2007 Sang Schneck
2008 Rose De La Rosa
2009 Rachelle Catmull
2010 Renee Eder
2011 Sandra Munk
2011 Edward Reyes
2012 Arlene Michelle Basinski
2013 Xelyna Rodriguez
2014 Jessica Iannotti
2015 Angela Armstrong
2017 Anne Myers
2019 Walter Haywood
2020 Karen Williams-Aguirre
2023 Kelly Fuller
NUTRITION EDUCATION
Monthly in-class healthy eating instruction to 1,117 Title I elementary students
HOLIDAY HELPINGS
Groceries and nutrition handouts for 491 families in need
COOKIN’ UP BREAKFAST
Free breakfast for 10 schools, 6,886 students and faculty fed
MICHAEL TY CULINARY AWARD
2 scholarships awarded, $1,500 each
♥Thank YOU for cookin’ up community with ACF Chefs Las Vegas
A Look Back Hall of Fame
Don Anderson *
Lucio Arancibia
Maurice Cau *
Richard Cino
Larry Chumley
Jean Clary*
Henry Cohen*
Jackie Fields *
Vince Giacalone *
Andy Hawley *
Jean Hertzman
Brenda Hitchins
Frank Insera
Christopher Johns (2)
Edward (Ed) Kane *
Hans Lackinger
Claude Lambertz
Roger Lams*
Paul Lenard *
Ben Mcgeary *
John Metcalf
Gilbert Pierrel*
Harry Ramacciotti*
Dale Shigenaga
Tom Rosenberger
Rudy Thoma *
Michael Ty *
Pierre Vireday
Michael Whitesides
Werner Zefferer
JB Brown
Jamie Poltrock
We greatly miss those who have passed.*
* Just a few examples: CFM is mandated for nursing home food mgrs., 2000 since 2018.
* Warrant Domagalski : “I was an E-5 in 2012 in Hawaii when I took your class. I made Chief, Senior and Master Chief and now a Warrant Officer the certifications sure helped. * Army Ranger Colonel: You MUST acquire these certifications and knowledge if you want to win in this very competitive industry.”
* Glenn Beatty – “I owned 2 large restaurants + GM for years. Earned MCFBD, got a 2step promotion & 30% raise at a casino thanks to the certifications & knowledge gained. ” Ed Manley, MCFBD, CHP, ACF Life Member, LV Treasurer
Las Vegas History National History
ACF Chefs of Las Vegas has been demonstrating community and education since 1968. Since then, the chapter has grown immensely, earning a lot of local, regional, and national recognition along the way. Please enjoy some highlights from throughout the years.
1968 - The chapter forms
1976 - Joined the American Culinary Federation
1979/80- Named ACF National Chapter of the Year
1991 - Chefs for Kids founded
1993 - Home chapter of the ACF National President Michael Ty 1993-1994 (Also: 2009-2013)
1996 - Michael Ty receives the AAC Chairman’s Medal
1997 - National Chef of the Year, Michael Ty, CEC, AAC
2004 - Team Las Vegas wins nine Silver and two Bronze Medals at the Culinary Olympics in Germany
2011 - Michael Ty and Christopher Johns attend The World Chefs Tour Against Hunger in Johannesburg, South Africa
2013 - Jill Mora, receives the first-ever American Culinary Federation, Culinary Hero Award
2018 - 50 Year Anniversary
Western Regional Recognitions
ACF San Francisco Chapter established the Antonin Carême Medal in 1969. The award honors individuals, chefs, and gastronomes who have made valuable contributions to the culinary profession, particularly in education and the advancement of gastronomy.
1999 Michael Ty --- 2003 John Hui --- 2009 Van Atkins
Founded nationwide in 1929, The American Culinary Federation, Inc. is a professional organization for chefs and cooks. Our goal is to promote the professional image of American chefs worldwide through education of culinarians at all levels.
In 1976, ACF forever changed the culinary industry by elevating the position of the executive chef from service status to the professional category in the U.S. Department of Labor’s Dictionary of Official Titles. Since this change, the culinary industry and our organization have grown tremendously.
ACF is now the largest professional chefs’ organization in North America. We are made up of more than 14,000 members belonging to more than 170 chapters in four regions across the U.S.
Today, ACF is the leader in offering educational resources, training, apprenticeship, competitions and programmatic accreditation designed to enhance professional growth for all current and future chefs and pastry chefs.
Las Vegas Chapter
National Convention Host
1989 ~ 2001 ~ 2002 ~ 2008 ~ 2013 ~ 2022
ACF Western Regional Conference 1999
1991 - Chef Professionalism & Chef of the Year awards
Michael Ty
1994 - Chef Professionalism Award
2002 - Chef Professionalism Award
John Hui
2003 - Pastry Chef of the Year
John Hui
2005 - Pastry Chef of the Year
Brenda Hitchins
2006 - Regional Chair’s Award
John Hui
Student Competitions
Lifting up our future workforce, our student culinarians, is an honor. Here is a history of winning years, along with some fantastic educator awards.
1998 - Baron H. Galand Culinary Knowledge Bowl College of Southern Nevada (CSN), Gold Medal National Champions
2001 - National Knowledge Bowl
CSN Junior Team Champions
2005 - Western Region Jr Team Culinary Competition
CSN, Silver Medal
2003 - ACF Nevada State Champion
Junior Hot Food Team, CSN, Gold Medal
2003 - Western Region Junior Culinary Competition
CSN, Silver Medal
2006 - Western Regional & National Educator of the Year Raimund Hofmeister
2007 - ACF Nevada State Champions
CSN Student Hot Food Team – Silver Medal
2007 - Western Regional Culinary Competition
CSN Hot Team, Silver Medals and placed third
2009 - Western Region Chef Educator of the Year Heinz Lauer
2009 - Western Regional Culinary Competition
CSN Hot Team, Silver Medals and placed third
2013 - Western Regional Culinary Competition
CSN State Knowledge Bowl Team, Silver Medal
2014 - Western Regional Competition
Le Cordon Bleu Junior Hot Food Team, Silver Medal
2014 - Western Region Educator of the Year
Cheryl Lewis
2015 - Western Regional “Culinary Salon Recognition Award
Jill Mora and CSN
Presidential Medallion
It’s the highest honor to be chosen by the ACF National President for your dedication and outstanding representation of the ACF fundamental principles, including superior strength of character and continued contributions to ACF and/or the culinary industry as a whole.
1989 - President, Jack Braun
Michael Ty & Claude Lambertz
1990 - President, Jack Braun
Van Atkins
1995 - President, John Folse
Michael Ty
2000 - President, Noel Cullen
Michael Ty & Christopher Johns
2001 - President, Michael Ty
Lucio Arancibia
2006 - President, John Kinsella
Claude Lambertz
2007 - President, John Kinsella
Bob O’Brien
2009 - President, John Kinsella
Levy Acosta, Christopher Johns & Jill Mora
2010 - President, Michael Ty
John Metcalf, Frank Insera & John Hui
2011 - President, Michael Ty
Dennis Lambertz
2012 - President, Michael Ty
Lucio Arancibia
2013 - President, Michael Ty
Mike Whitesides
Presidents Award
This award represents excellence in culinary service, community engagement, building the chapter, collaboration with other ACF chapters and partnerships, along with a passion for the culinary arts, and leadership.
1987 - President Larry Chumley
Michael Ty, Caesars Palace
1991 - President Michael Ty
Tom Rosenberger, College Of Southern Nevada
1999 - President Christopher Johns
Dominic Caldara, Get Fresh
2001 - President Christopher Johns
Bob Borg, Anderson Dairy
2002 - President Bob O’Brien
Jim Moody, Bakemark
Congrats to College of Southern Nevada students
Cesar Ibarra (Bronze), Hetty A. Cotuc Montezum (Silver) and Xu Chen (Silver).
They competed in Kansas City at the 2023 American Culinary Federation’s ACF National Qualifiers Competition, Student Chef of the Year.
2003 - President Bob O’Brien
Heidi Praml, Praml International
2006 - President John Hui
Vicki Muratore, Las Vegas Gourmet
2008 - President Kitty Sanderson
Jean Hertzman, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
2009 - President Kitty Sanderson
Allen Asch
2010 - President Rick Baumes
Gary Brant, Le Cordon Bleu
Juan Carlos, The Ice Studio
2011 - President Rick Baumes
Sue Lednicky, University Of Nevada, Reno Extension
2012 - President Tom Rosenberger
Associate Advisory Board, ACF Chefs Las Vegas
Christopher Johns, South Point Hotel & Casino
2013 - President Tom Rosenberger
Mike Whitesides, Affairs To Remember
Steve Soltz, College Of Southern Nevada
2014 - President Philip Pinkney
Lorri Davidson, Southwest Gas Corporation
2015 - President Philip Pinkney
Claude Lambertz
2016 -President Philip Pinkney
South Point Hotel & Casino
2017 - President Philip Pinkney
George Bailey, South Point Hotel & Casino
2018 - President Jamie Poltrock
Frank Insera, ACF Chefs Las Vegas
2019 - President Jamie Poltrock
Joseph Del Toro, ACF Chefs Las Vegas
2020 - President Justin Franco
Brandy Niemeyer, Affinity Sales
Patrick Simon, Welbilt
2023 – President Lucio Arancibia
Raul Villa, Opportunity Village
Angela Armstrong, ACF Chefs Las Vegas Secretary
President Lucio Arancibia welcomes you to the club.
F O R E V E R
Charles Adler
Don Anderson
Gary Brant
Maurice Cau
Jean Clary
Henry Cohen
John “JJ’ Cronin
Max Daffier
Jerry Deveans
William Eyler
Jack Feldman
Jackie Fields
Ray Foucher
Maurice Galle
Vince Giacalone
Joe Giancaspro
Ernest “Ernie” Gitman
Hal Hamblin
Nat Hart
Andrew Hawley
Gene Heiser
John Hui
Edward “Ed” Kane
Aubrey Leroy King Jr.
I N O U R H E A R T S & M I N D S
Rancher Kody
Elliott Krane
Roger Lams
Paul Lenard
Robert Lerner
Terry D. Long
Michael McFadden
Ben McGeary
Horst Meyer
Frank Panich
John Perkins
Henri Petitjean
Harry Ramacciotti
Vladimir Reitmaier
Howard Schwartzer
Muriel Stevens
I N M E M O R I U M
German Tatzel
Rudy Thoma
Michael Ty
Joe Walem
T.E. Williams
